Saiga-12Saiga-12

The Saiga-12 is a powerful 12-gauge, semi-automatic shotgun built in Russia and based directly on the legendary AK platform. Designed for rugged reliability, it feeds from detachable box magazines and even drum mags, giving it a uniquely aggressive look and feel compared to traditional shotguns. Its gas-operated system makes recoil surprisingly manageable, allowing for fast follow-up shots and an unmistakable “thump” with every trigger pull. Originally produced for both sporting and tactical roles, the Saiga-12 quickly became a favourite among competitive shooters, police teams and action-movie armourers thanks to its combination of AK toughness and shotgun stopping power. Shooting the Saiga-12 at Churchill Shooting Budapest is an adrenaline-charged experience — loud, fast and cinematic — making it one of the most thrilling daytime activities in Budapest and a top pick for visitors wanting unforgettable things to do. If you want a weapon that feels like a video-game boss fight in real life, the Saiga-12 delivers. Seen in movies: – John Wick (series) – The Expendables – Dredd (2012) – Modern action films featuring high-power tactical shotguns Featured in games: – Call of Duty series – Escape from Tarkov – Battlefield series – PAYDAY 2 and other heist/tactical shooters Used by militaries & forces: – Russian police and special-purpose units – Various Eastern European tactical teams – Civilian competition shooters worldwide – Security and protection units needing high-impact close-quarters firepower Fun Fact: The Saiga-12’s drum magazine is so visually outrageous that non-shooters often mistake it for a movie prop — which is why it became a favourite for armourers in action films. In many games, it’s also the shotgun that players jokingly call “the room delete button.”